2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S2000 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
